2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 812 kg more than 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Expedition | SL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |
